Lasagna Soup
Lasagna Soup is a delicious twist on the classic lasagna, combining all the flavors of the traditional dish into a comforting and customizable soup that's perfect for weeknight meals.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1-2 tablespoons Olive Oil (or preferred oil)
- 1 pound Ground Beef
- 1 large Onion (diced)
- 4 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 15-ounce can Diced Tomatoes (don't drain)
- 1 15-ounce can Tomato Sauce (or tomato puree)
- ⅓ cup Tomato Paste (about half of a 6-ounce can)
- 4 cups Chicken Broth
- 1-2 cups Water (to adjust consistency)
- 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Sea Salt (or more to adjust flavor)
- Black Pepper (to taste)
- 8 ounces Bowtie Pasta (uncooked) *see footnote
- ½ cup Ricotta Cheese
- 2 ounces Mozzarella Cheese (shredded, about 1/2 cup)
- ¼ cup Parmesan Cheese (shaved, shredded, or fresh grated)
- ¼ cup Fresh Parsley (chopped)
Instructions
Preparation
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the ground beef and cook until brown.
- Add the diced onion and minced garlic, cooking until the onion is soft and fragrant.
- Mix in the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato paste, chicken broth, and water.
- Stir in Italian seasoning, sea salt, and black pepper.
- Bring the mixture to a boil.
Cooking
- Once boiling, add the uncooked bowtie pasta to the pot.
- Cook according to the pasta package instructions until tender.
- Stir in the ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, and half of the fresh parsley.
- Mix thoroughly until everything is combined and creamy.
Serving
- Serve hot, garnished with remaining parsley and additional cheese if desired.
Notes
Allow the soup to simmer for an extra 10-15 minutes for enhanced flavors. If you prefer a thicker soup, reduce the amount of water added. Modify the recipe with different vegetables or pastas based on your preference.